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No updated release window was mentioned, with the company saying only that it would "update everyone when we can". While Xbox One and PC players may already be able to make use of the newly added mod features, those on the PS4 may have to wait for a bit longer. (more...)

However the new 12-inch MacBook was revealed this year. As the dual built-in microphone will be positioned in the forthcoming Apple device, it has also been claimed that the 13 inch "MacBook Pro 2016" will have a battery life of 10 hours. (more...)

The BLU R1 HD is compatible with GSM carriers , including AT&T and T-Mobile. Amazon said it will offer exclusive discounts-up to 50 percent off-for unlocked Android phones that will carry personalized offers and ads on the phone lock screen. (more...)

Amazon's push into making smartphones may have been a failure, but that doesn't mean it has given up on offering its own spin on the market quite yet. Compatible with all major CDMA and GSM carriers , including AT&T, Sprint, T-Mobile and Verizon. The fourth-generation Moto G will cost $150, marked down from $200. (more...)

Based on the leaks the Galaxy Note 7 is likely to feature a 12MP rear sensor camera while a 5MP camera sensor on the front. Multiple reports are claiming , the device to come with IP certification. That would be a 20% improvement in the battery capacity over the 3000mAh battery on last year's Samsung Galaxy Note 5. According to the previous reports, the device is expected to rock the Snapdragon 823 chipset. (more...)

The South-Korean company is already testing prototypes for the Galaxy Note 6, which is also called the Galaxy Note 7 . In the camera department, the Galaxy Note 7 will be similar to the Galaxy S7 and the Galaxy S7 Edge, which is not a bad thing at all. (more...)

These include the ability to "mute" certain ads, including those that irritatingly seem to follow you around the internet after the odd search or product viewing, and find out why you're seeing particular ads. My Activity is an expansion of Google's tracking system but customers can choose to opt-in. There, you can turn off "ads based on your interest" as well as "ads based on your interests on websites beyond google .com". (more...)

It has taken Blizzard longer than expected to get Overwatch's competitive mode up, running, and ready, but today's the day - if you're on PC, that is. Coming together with the Competitive Play is the Summer Season , while the first one will be a short one. This skill rating will then be used to match the player up with another of a similar skill. (more...)

In addition to the Moto G, the larger-screened Moto G Plus will also go on sale on July 12 at the same retailers starting at $249.99. Motorola announced the release details in a blog post complete with a handy infographic about how most of us apparently still have no idea what an unlocked phone is. (more...)

Teri Goldstein , of Sausalito, in the San Francisco Bay area, alleged her computer began attempting to download Windows 10 soon after Microsoft released it as a free upgrade in July of a year ago. It's unclear as to what the company will do if it faces similar lawsuits in the future over its Windows 10 installation strategy. Despite the fact that users are slowly starting to abandon Windows 7, it is still a widely-used operating system and Microsoft is forced to support it for some more ... (more...)

The mid-season move of introducing advanced game consoles both from Sony and Microsoft represents a sudden change of strategy in terms of how these products are being unveiled and sold to the public. "No single piece of info gives us the full picture". As per speculations, both consoles are assumed to cost about more than $150, with the former set to be more expensive than the latter because of its high-end components. (more...)

Google is making its Chrome OS platform even more appealing thanks to the arrival of the Google Play Store and Android apps. The HP Chromebook 11 G5 builds upon HP's previous attempts at hardware running Chrome OS with a touchscreen, a first for the line. (more...)

The watch appears to have been only available to Apple employees, which is a bit of a bummer for anyone else who might be interested in picking one up. The company even created a video that showcased these efforts. The Cupertino, California-based company has consistently come out with new bands , and, of course, a number of luxury brands have partnered with the tech company to design bands of their own. (more...)

The word from Bethesda's vice president, Pete Hines, is that it will be possible. "We're not a developer that's going to rush something like this out", he said referring to the much awaited installment of the title. In Howard's response, he states that "it's a very long way off" and that they might not have the technology for what they have planned. The response itself sounds like Bethesda has begun drawing up general plans for the game, but has not commit themselves to anything yet. (more...)

Speculations indicate the Apple iPhone 7 Plus will be devoid of the dual camera feature, but the iPhone 7 Pro will be featuring it on its rear panel. There has been a black option from the very first model in 2007 until the iPhone 4s. To ease the transition, the iPhone 7 is rumored to include a Lightning-to-headphone jack adapter in the package instead of Lightning earpods. The white plastic antenna stripes on the back of the current iPhone 6 generation will also be redesigned so they're not ... (more...)

After announcing a brand new Sonic game on Friday there was a certain level of fanfare and anticipation that followed, and now it would seem SEGA are going to use the hedgehog's popularity to make him a star in entertainment. The event will be livestreamed through Twitch. Special guests, musical performances by Crush 40 and Hyper Potions, exclusive 25th Anniversary merchandise and more await! On 24 June, Sega's official Twitter page hinted about the new Sonic game in development in a ... (more...)

Remember the June update for Capcom's Street Fighter 5 that was set to add a Story Mode with proper cinematics and new character Ibuki? There, the boxer character is given the name M. Balrog is also confirmed to be playable this month despite Capcom previously announcing that they are only releasing the Extended Story Mode in their release calendar. (more...)

Get on my back and I'm going to carry you. Ever since being crowned King James upon arrival in the Association as a teenager, James hadn't taken things to the level of Michael Jordan. Life goes on, and there's another season just around the corner. Not a big time street. The swarm spilled off the sidewalks, people packed so tightly that fans could reach into the vehicles and high-five their heroes. (more...)

None of the companies identified as using this technology would confirm its use to Reuters , but sources familiar with the process said that posted videos could be checked against a database of banned content to identify new postings of violent nature. (more...)

The company announced that 1,100 WhatsApp users make a call within the app per second , allowing them to connect with family and friends that might be far away, stated the company's blog post on Friday. With a mobile or WiFi connection, users are able to exchange messages. But now, it's back to work - because we still have another 6 billion people to get on WhatsApp , and a long way left to go. (more...)